MPG Z790i EDGE WIFI w/ DDR5-8000+ (O.C.), PCIe 5.0 x16, 3x M.2 Slots, 7.1 HD Audio, 2.5Gb LAN, TriBand Wi-Fi 6E, BT 5.2
Product Info
Perform In Style
The MPG Z790I EDGE WIFI is a gaming oriented Mini-ITX motherboard constructed around the latest Intel Z790 chipset that delivers both performance and style.
Supports Intel Core 12th & 13th Gen Processors
The MPG Z790I EDGE WIFI motherboard supports 12th & 13th Gen Intel Core, Pentium Gold, and Celeron processors.
Form Factor: Mini-ITX
Socket Type: LGA 1700
Chipset: Intel Z790
Direct 10+1+1 phase VRM power with 105A SPS
With its exclusive Core Boost technology, the MPG Z790I EDGE WIFI is able to sustain heavy CPU power loads to support system-demanding game settings:
1. Digital PWM IC
2. 10-Phase direct CPU Power (Smart Power Stage / 105A)
3. 1-Phase GT Power
4. 1-Phase AUX Power
Integrated Cooling Features
VRM Cooling: Features an extended heatsink and 7W/mK thermal pads.
SSD Cooling: M.2 Shield Frozr prevents thermal throttling.
System Cooling: Connect and synchronize cooling with strategically placed pin-headers - including a dedicated pump-fan header.
PCB Cooling: Premium 12-layer server-grade printed circuit design improves heat dissipation & reliability.
2 x DDR5 Dual Channel (8000 MHz OC)
Memory Boost: A fully-isolated DDR circuit delivers pure data signals for optimal gaming and overclocking performance.
XMP profiles in MSI BIOS are MSI OC LAB optimized and can be easily enabled with auto power settings for optimized memory speed and stability
*1DPC 1R Max. overclocking frequency 8000+ MHz, supports Intel XMP..
Fortified PCI-e 5.0 x16
MSI PCI Express Steel Armor slot is secured to the motherboard with extra solder points to support the weight of heavy graphics cards. When every advantage in games counts, Steel Armor also shields the point of contact from electromagnetic interference:
1 x PCI-e 5.0/4.0/3.0 x16 slot (with Steel Armor*)
*MSI Surface Mount Technology (SMT) solder welding improves signal clarity.
Gen4 M.2 Connectors
The MPG Z790I EDGE WIFI motherboard features MSI's Gen4 M.2 slots:
2 x Gen4 x4 64Gb/s slots
1 x Gen3 x4 32Gb/s slot
M.2 Shield Frozr
Even the world's fastest SSDs will automatically slow if thermal throttling firmware detects excessively high temperatures.
M.2 Shield Frozr is MSI's most advanced thermal solution, offering the best possible protection to ensure maximum SSD transfer speed performance.
Wi-Fi 6E & Bluetooth 5.2
2.5G LAN: An Intel 2.5Gbps LAN controller delivers a premium network gaming experience.
Wi-Fi 6E: Features the latest Wi-Fi 6E module (ultra-low latency, high-bandwidth) & Bluetooth 5.2 technology.
USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C: Connect to devices and transfer files at high bandwidth rates: 20Gb/s.
HD Audio: 7.1-Channel USB High Performance Audio with Audio Boost 5.
Features
- Supports 13th & 12th Gen Intel® Core™ / Pentium® / Celeron® processors for BGA 1700 socket
- Supports DDR5 Memory, up to 8000+ (OC) MHz
- Lightning Fast Game experience: PCIe 5.0 slots, Lightning Gen 4 x4 M.2, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2
- Enhanced Power Design: Direct 10+1+1 phases power, Core Boost, Memory Boost
- Premium Thermal Solution: Enlarged heatsink with heat-pipe, MOSFET thermal pads rated for 7W/mk, additional choke thermal pads and M.2 Shield Frozr are built for high performance system and non-stop gaming experience
- 2.5G LAN and Intel Wi-Fi 6E Solution: Upgraded network solution for professional and multimedia use. Delivers a secure, stable and fast network connection
- AUDIO BOOST 5: Reward your ears with studio grade sound quality for the most immersive gaming experience
- High Quality PCB: 12-layer PCB made by server grade level material
- Pre-installed I/O Shield: Lower EMI w/ convenient installation
Additional Information:
Compatibility
Supports 13th & 12th Gen Intel® Core™ / Pentium® / Celeron® processors for Socket LGA 1700
System Requirements
- Windows® 11 / 10, 64 bit
Specifications
| Make and Model | MSI MPG Z790I EDGE WIFI Motherboard |
|---|---|
| Part Number | MPG Z790I EDGE WIFI |
| Windows® Support | Windows® 11 / 10, 64 bit |
| CPU Support | 13th & 12th Gen Intel® Core™ / Pentium® / Celeron® processors for Socket BGA 1700 |
| Chipset | Intel® Z790 Chipset |
| CPU Socket | Socket BGA 1700 |
| Memory | 2x DDR5 RAM Slots, 64GB Maximum (2x 32GB) of non-ECC Un-buffered DDR5 RAM Overclocked DDR5 RAM: DDR5-8000+ / 7800 / 7600 / 7400 / 7200 / 7000 / 6800 / 6600 / 6400 / 6200 / 6000 & 5800 Supports Intel® XMP3.0 OC |
| Onboard Graphics* | 1x HDMI v2.1 port (Up to 4K UHD @ 60Hz w/ HDR) 1x DisplayPort v1.4 port (Up to 4K UHD @ 60Hz) * Available only on processors featuring integrated graphics. Graphics specifications may vary depending on the CPU installed. |
| Expansion Slots | 1x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot (supports Video Cards in x16 mode) |
| Storage | 3x M.2 NVMe Slots: M.2_1: PCIe 4.0 x4 @ 2280 M.2_2: PCIe 3.0 x4 / SATA mode @ 2280 M.2_3: PCIe 4.0 x4 @ 2280 Supports M.2 RAID 0 / 1 / 5 4x SATA III 6Gb/s ports (SATA_A1 ~ SATA_7) |
| USB | Rear USB Ports: 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 (20Gbps) Type-C port 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps) Type-A ports 4x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps) Type-A ports Internal USB Ports via USB Headers: |
| LAN | Intel® LAN Chipset: 1x 2.5GbE RJ45 LAN port |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E Wireless Chipset: IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax TriBand (2.4 / 5 / 6GHz) WiFi, up to 2.4Gbps |
| Bluetooth | Wi-Fi 6E Wireless Chipset: Bluetooth® v5.2 w/ FIPS, FISMA |
| Audio | Realtek ALC4080 7.1 Channel High Definition Audio CODEC: Up to 32 bit / 384kHz on Front Panel Header 3x 3.5mm Gold Plated Audio Jacks on Rear I/O |
| Rear I/O Ports | 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 (20Gbps) Type-C port 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps) Type-A ports 4x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps) Type-A ports 1x HDMI v2.1 port (4K UHD @ 60Hz w/ HDR) 2x WiFi Antenna jacks 3x 3.5mm Gold Plated Audio Jacks 1x Clear CMOS Button |
| Internal I/O Connectors | 1x Power Connector (ATX_PWR) 2x Power Connector (CPU_PWR) 1x CPU Fan header 1x Front Audio (JAUD) header 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 (30Gbps) header supports 1x USB 3.2 2x2 (30Gbps) Type-C port 1x Addressable V2 RGB LED connector (JARGB_V2) 1x TPM pin header (Supports TPM 2.0)1x Chassis Intrusion (JCI) header |
| LED Features | 4x EZ Debug LEDs |
| Form Factor | mini-ITX Form Factor |
| Dimensions (LxW) | 170 x 170mm |
| Weight | N/A |
